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All three England keepers played there - Carlisle's role in trio's rise

From west Cumbria to the World Cup, Carlisle is England's goalkeeper factory, with all of Thomas Tuchel's goalkeepers passing through the club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2tf0vHD

Fuel sales halted in occupied Crimea as Ukraine targets oil facilities

Fuel had already been rationed due to shortages caused by Kyiv's attacks against supply routes in Russian-occupied territories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MHFhDzr

Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures

Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul taunt the UFC and Dana White for failing to break Most Valuable Promotions' MMA record audience figure with the White House event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ad236ei

Four in hospital after bare-chested man with weapon roams around Edinburgh

A man was seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away on Friday night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ETW2XmZ

Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GB9L5mS

The heavily jeered $250m goldmine - are hydration break ads here to stay?

BBC Sport explores how hydration break ads work in other countries and how they could impact the future of football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ncu74Xx

Calvin Harris & Commonwealths force Monday start to Celtic's title defence

Celtic open the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season at home to Dundee on 3 August, with the champions saying they are disappointed to be starting on a Monday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c5ZfR7B

UK rapper thanks Linkin Park for 'changing my life' with freestyle shoutout

Mike Shinoda from the band says he spotted Megan Da Savage's rap on an independent music platform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bFQwuPz

Rohl leaves Rangers for Salzburg - is McInnes arrival imminent?

Danny Rohl leaves Rangers after eight months in charge to become Red Bull Salzburg's head coach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aDZbiwV

Ghana challenges Partey's visa denial in court

Ghana's government files for a review of Canada's refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Partey a visa, with the case due to be heard by a Canadian court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRO23ap

Taking a leaf from Arsenal's playbook - Tuchel's set-piece plan

Arsenal are set-piece masters, with prominent figures in England's World Cup squad, so it is understandable that Thomas Tuchel will look to play to the Premier League champions' strengths. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p0o2i3I

Brazilian woman dies after rope-jumping instructors fail to attach cord

Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N4RXu3d

BBC Sport pundits choose England World Cup XIs - who would you pick?

Thomas Tuchel will pick his first England World Cup team on Wednesday, when the Three Lions take on Croatia. BBC Sport pundits choose their starting XIs - who would you pick? from BBC News https://ift.tt/R5kEcAX

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MeA82Zd

'Gang leaders are soccer lovers' - Haiti play with hope for peace

Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ECkKqGl

Boy, 14, among arrests after man fatally assaulted

Essex Police say three teenagers are being questioned on suspicion of murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6et9T3y

A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/38XKbRV

Williams' Queen's run over as injured Mboko withdraws

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's is curtailed as her playing partner Victoria Mboko withdraws with a left knee injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zNT74Pa

Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein

The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cdDPqZm

Pakistan launches deadly air strikes in Afghanistan, reigniting tensions

The fresh strikes come after weeks of relative calm in the restive border region between the two countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tESaeDc

Carer who 'couldn't go on' not guilty of mother's murder

Stefania Glowka denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter based on diminished responsibility. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uaw7HC9

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D82QcmN

Grammy winner killed in double stabbing 'a gem'

The musician whose real name was Mark Oraybibi - was "a gem", rapper Wretch 32 said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/54TS2oJ

'On the honours board again' - Another five wicket haul for Atkinson

Watch all five of Gus Atkinson's wickets as he finishes with figures of 5-30 in New Zealand's second innings to help England secure a 115-run win in the opening Test at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nmNRurT

'Another one!' Tongue strikes early as England close in on victory

Josh Tongue makes an early breakthrough on day four for England as he traps New Zealand's Tom Blundell lbw for four on day four of the first Test at Lord's, with the tourists 58-6, chasing 254 to win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ju0LUlK

Sullivan steps down at West Ham over historical allegations

West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan is stepping down from his position as joint chairman and director of the club with immediate effect "having been made aware of the impending publication of serious historic allegations". from BBC News https://ift.tt/v2UFcaV

Our mum survived cancer misdiagnosis - but dad then took his own life

Mary Crowley was wrongly diagnosed with terminal cancer - and husband David could not cope with their ordeal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YkcbPmD

Football regulator faces 'defining test' over potential Derby investment

English football's independent regulator faces a "defining test" as Saudi Arabian government official Turki Al-Sheikh attempts to invest in Derby County, says Amnesty International. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KGpyiBa

Trump says Eiffel Tower-like UFC structure may stay

President Donald Trump says he may choose to leave a purpose-built UFC arena standing at the White House because it is "attractive to a lot of people". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DwGlvoz

Back shaving & biggest posers - the Scotland squad in their own words

John McGinn packed an European plug adaptor. Lyndon Dykes follows Ryan Christie around like a dog. Liam Kelly shaves Grant Hanley's back. Often. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KPaOrIk

Scott poised to make England debut in World Cup friendlies

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is poised to make his England debut in the forthcoming World Cup warm-up games in the United States. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q2WPO6S

Fulham boss Silva close to Benfica agreement

Fulham head coach Marco Silva is close to reaching an agreement to take charge at Benfica. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fhS5AP3

Post Office scandal victim dedicates OBE to 'sub-postmasters we have lost'

The 92-year-old said she dedicate the OBE to 'all sub-postmasters we have lost'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dVhAXuR

Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch

Behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8AK3uVT

Beyoncé's Grammy-winning director explores his grandfather's role in Nigerian civil war

Filmmaker Meji Alabi directs a landmark BBC Africa Eye documentary about Nigeria's civil war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KIRMOWx